Where To Go?

Jenny and I have been going to Corfu since the mid 1980s every year and sometimes twice a year but never venture from Sidari, Roda, and all local places. We have hired a car and want to go to lots of little villages and seaside places North side of Corfu town, anybody got any suggestions of nice beaches, nice restaurants, anywhere really. We are staying in Sidari for 2 weeks from the 1st June.

The temptation is to just shout out you particular favourite place.
But putting my serious hat on, I would suggest you just follow your nose, but when you find a place that looks interesting, instead of just slowing down, stop, find somewhere to sit and take in the atmosphere, have a walk round, whether it be coast or inland village. Don't try to do too much.
We've done the flying round all over the place in the past, sure we've been to most places, but still find interesting places we have just passed through previously and found real gems.

Look at Steve's book for excellent ideas.

Sinarades is a real gem, just wander around and see the what I am told is the largest traditional village on the island. They also have a folk lore museum there. Whilst there go up the hill to Aerostrato for a superb view over part of the west coast. If you head a little further south there is the bay at Agios Gordios. A fantastic safe sandy beach with Tavernas and bars down to the waterline.

We love Kassiopi, and all the bays and villages going east from there. We usually also try to drive over to Afionas for a meal and some time down on the beach. Stunning scenery.

Nothing hairy about road up to Old Perithia, perfectly good tarmac road.  Do try it!

Werangels, don't ever be tempted to visit Meteora if you think driving up to Ano Perithia is scary.
I get vertigo stepping off a chair, but the drive up to Ano Perithia is a doddle compared to Meteora.
Bob.

Hi Werangels

Over 20 years to Corfu and not ventured around, WOW what have you been missing? For an exploratory scenic drive you must drive down the west coast from Sidari via San Stefanos, Arillas, Afionas, Agios Georgios north and then over the 'top' and down to Paleokastritsa. Afionas is on the top of a headland and is a real little gem where you can sit in a friendly taverna just taking in the stunning views in 2 directions. (Park in the main street).
Up the hill from Agios Georgios is the old village of Pagi and a visit to sit outside 'Jimmy's', otherwise known as the  007 cafe, with the locals and other visitors. You have to drive through the village to park easily and then walk back.
From Pagi drive up the 'hill' (mountain) through Prinilas and on to Makrades from where you can take a diversion to visit the ancient hill fort ruins of Angelokastro situated on the top of a rock.
From Makrades drive down the winding road to Paleokastritsa with superb views all the way down.
That's one superb drive for your notebook, but I advise you to make into 2 or 3 to get the best out of it!  

We have enjoyed our first stay in Kassiopi, but I love Kalami just a little bit more.